Meet the Team

Brady founded BJRC Recruiting. He is a former practicing lawyer, now dedicated to recruiting legal and compliance professionals. With over 8 years of private practice experience, Brady is able to provide valuable insights to his clients and candidates. Brady has quickly earned a reputation for unrivalled service and professionalism. He provides a consultative approach to every search. A great deal of time is spent with his clients, so that he can properly understand the organization, its culture and its talent acquisition need. He is able to utilize his legal background to ask the right questions and ensure that only the best candidates for the position are proposed to his clients.

Brady was called to the Ontario Bar in 2009 and the New York State Bar in 2010 and is a member of the Ontario Bar Association, Canadian Bar Association and formerly the New York State Bar Association. Brady spent the majority of his legal career in mid-sized Bay Street firms.

Brady completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Western Ontario and received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Bond University in Queensland, Australia. He also attended exchange programs at the East China University of Politics and Law in Shanghai, China (2006) and Leiden University, The Netherlands (2007).

Brady is an avid cyclist, golfer, squash player, hockey player, and most importantly, husband and father to two kids.

Patrick is a Managing Partner at BJRC Recruiting. His recruitment practice focuses on Finance & Accounting professionals within a wide range of industries. Prior to his career in recruitment, he spent 10 years working in Corporate Strategy at two large Pension Funds. While at OMERS and HOOPP Patrick was responsible for building out Finance & Accounting teams and for collaborating with various business lines. These experiences within industry helps Patrick provide valuable insights to his clients and candidates.

Patrick has quickly earned a reputation for going above and beyond for his clients. Patrick combines strong relationships with candidates and market knowledge to deliver the best solution for his clients. His persistence and commitment to finding the right fit has resulted in many long-term clients. Patrick enjoys “being a strategic partner to his clients.”

Patrick completed his undergraduate degree at Queen’s University and Master’s from the University of Wales.

In his free time Patrick enjoys running, squash, and early morning workouts. This has taken a backseat to his favourite hobby spending quality time with his wife and wonderful daughters.

Neda is a Senior Vice President at BJRC Recruiting. She manages all aspects of the executive legal search process for law firms and in-house legal departments across Canada.

Prior to joining BJRC Recruiting, Neda managed the Associate and Student Programs for the Canadian offices of one of the largest law firms in the world, where she led recruitment, talent management and professional development initiatives. Prior to this role, Neda worked as Legal Counsel at a national Canadian telecommunications company, and as an Associate at a Seven Sister firm in Toronto.

Neda brings a unique perspective to her clients’ recruitment needs thanks to her past experience as a private practice lawyer, as in-house legal counsel and as an internal legal recruiter. She is able to efficiently identify top talent for clients, as well as assist candidates in determining the next steps in their careers. She is bilingual and has worked with clients all across Canada, including Québec.

Neda holds a J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School and an International B.B.A. from the Schulich School of Business. She was called to the Ontario bar in 2013.

Neda loves to travel and host her friends at her busy home, which she shares with her husband, two human kids and two feline children.

Kaylee practiced as a Labour & Employment lawyer in downtown Toronto before developing her passion for recruitment. She is now in her element as a Director, Recruitment. Kaylee specializes in full-cycle recruitment of Finance/Accounting and Legal/Compliance professionals. Her strengths lie in establishing and fostering strong relationships; collaborating with team members to ensure efficient placement and long-term satisfaction of all parties; and liaising between clients and candidates throughout interview, selection, contract negotiation and final placement process.

Kaylee is a licensed lawyer and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2018. She is a member of the Ontario Bar Association and the Canadian Bar Association.

Kaylee completed her undergraduate degree at Western University and obtained her Juris Doctor at Osgoode Hall Law School.

In her free time, Kaylee loves going on hikes, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her nieces and her new puppy, Basil.

Hazel is a Director of Interim Recruitment, specializing in Finance and Accounting solutions. As a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in recruitment, she is passionate about delivering solutions that truly support her clients’ needs.

Hazel began her career in finance and accounting with PwC, one of the Big Four, where she led external audits and collaborated closely with senior finance and accounting professionals across diverse industries. Her time at PwC gave her not just strong technical accounting knowledge but also a deep understanding of the importance of tailored consulting services and strong client relationships.

After five enriching years at PwC, Hazel emigrated to Canada and transitioned into the recruitment field with Robert Half Management Resources. Over the past nine years, she has not only advanced in her career but also spearheaded the internal recruitment practice, providing contract-based senior finance and accounting solutions to meet clients’ strategic goals. Hazel’s approach is always centered on building long-lasting relationships, understanding unique client needs, and delivering results that drive success.

Though born to a Canadian father, Hazel’s native language is Spanish. Outside of work, she finds joy in dancing and singing (though she warns you to listen at your own risk!). Above all, Hazel is inspired by her family, her two precious daughters and her supportive husband, who remain the core of everything she does.

Zach is an Associate Director of Finance & Accounting Recruitment at BJRC Recruiting. He works with Finance and Accounting hiring managers and candidates across diverse industries, providing a tailored approach to BJRC Recruiting’s clients.

Prior to joining BJRC Recruiting, Zach led the US division at a specialized executive search firm. He has over 6 years of Finance and Accounting recruitment experience, working with clients across all industries, with a specific focus on financial services. Zach’s exposure to both internal and external search functions has allowed him to work seamlessly across business lines, understanding the unique needs of each party.

Zach holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph School of Business and Economics.

Zach is an avid tennis player, an amateur chef, and a proud dad of a rescue puppy, named Dillon.

Lucas is an Associate Director, Finance and Accounting Recruitment at BJRC Recruiting. He leads end-to-end search engagements with a focus in Accounting & Finance across all industries. Lucas prides himself as an extension and partner to his clients and candidates alike and takes a non-assumptive approach to each conversation.

Before joining BJRC Recruiting, Lucas gained over 6 years of experience in recruitment. He helped scale and develop the Canadian business for a tax executive search firm and was a high-achiever with a large national generalist recruitment firm where he assisted in the development and growth of the permanent search division.

Lucas completed his undergraduate degree at Western University with an Honours Bachelor of Health Science.

Lucas is a former high-level athlete and avid sports fan. He enjoys exercise, travelling and is a proud fur dad to his rescue dog from Texas and rescue cat.

Sat is a Manager of Legal Recruitment at BJRC Recruiting. He was called to the Ontario Bar in 2014, after graduating with Honours from the University of Leicester.

Prior to joining BJRC Recruiting, Sat was a litigation lawyer practicing in the areas of Civil Litigation and Condominium Law at a boutique litigation firm in downtown Toronto.

Earlier on in his legal career, Sat gained valuable entrepreneurial and client management experience as a sole practitioner and a criminal defence lawyer.

As a Associate Director, Legal Recruitment at BJRC Recruiting, Sat is responsible for recruiting candidates for clients seeking to hire Legal and Compliance professionals. Sat’s background in private practice, experience as a lawyer, and outgoing personality enable him to assist candidates in advancing their careers and providing his clients with experienced professionals.

In his spare time, Sat enjoys spending time with his family and playing team-oriented sports, including hockey and softball.

Natalie is our Associate Director, Legal Recruitment at BJRC Recruiting. She is involved in all aspects of the search process for legal & compliance as well as finance & accounting professionals.

Prior to joining BJRC Recruiting, Natalie was a Manager and Legal Counsel at Canada’s largest real estate investment trust, where she managed the legal aspects of operations, asset management, transactions, leasing, litigation and bankruptcy files. Prior to this role, Natalie was an associate at a national full-service law firm in Toronto in the Commercial Real Estate group.

Natalie brings a unique perspective to her clients’ recruitment needs, due in large part to her experience as a private practice lawyer and as legal counsel at a large corporation. Natalie’s interpersonal skills allow her to connect with others to ensure the effective placement and satisfaction of both clients and candidates.

Natalie holds a J.D. from Dalhousie University’s Schulich School of Law and an undergraduate degree from Queen’s University. She was called to the Ontario bar in 2019.

In her spare time, Natalie enjoys traveling, reading, spin and Pilates classes, as well as spending time with her family and friends and her puppy Theo.

A former practicing lawyer from England, Ed worked for US law firm Ropes & Gray before joining international law firm Watson Farley & Williams.

After a number of years in the industry, Ed adjusted his career path to move into the recruitment space so that he could be dedicated to helping lawyers advance their careers in the Canadian legal market and London, UK market and assist clients in securing the very best talent available in the marketplace.

Through his years of experience, Ed is able to provide insightful, trusted advice to candidates and market intelligence to clients. He has successfully assisted clients in securing exceptional legal talent both domestically in Canada and internationally in London, UK, at a range of levels for both in-house and private practice firms.

He qualified as a lawyer in England & Wales in 2017 and completed his law degree at London University with a 1st Class Honours. Ed then went on to study the coveted BCL master’s degree at Brasenose College, Oxford University.

In his spare time, Ed enjoys football (the English kind), travelling, and eating at a good restaurant. Ed’s absolute love, however, is his two children.

With a bachelor’s degree in journalism and previous experience in executive search, Vicky joined the BJRC Recruiting team as a Recruitment Consultant.

Prior to BJRC Recruiting, Vicky successfully managed full-cycle search engagements in Consumer and Industrial sectors at a reputable firm. Her focus spanned diverse functions, including general managers, corporate officers, and human resources leaders.

Passionate about building diverse teams, Vicky brings a creative, people-first approach to talent recruitment. She looks forward to expanding her expertise in financial and legal services to enhance BJRC Recruiting’s client portfolio.

Outside of work, Vicky enjoys reading, running, yoga, and traveling. A self proclaimed beverage goblin, she loves all things matcha.

Léa Jaouich is a Recruitment Consultant at BJRC Recruiting, where she specializes in identifying top legal talent and guiding candidates through pivotal career decisions.

A member of the Quebec Bar since 2024, Léa holds an LL.B. from the University of Montreal. She began her legal career as a law student and articling student at a national law firm, where she gained valuable experience in various areas of law. Following her call to the Bar, she practiced as a lawyer in a general practice law firm, focusing on civil and commercial litigation as well as employment law. This diverse legal background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of the profession, which she leverages to align client needs with exceptional talent.

Beyond her legal expertise, Léa has a diverse professional background that includes mentoring, tutoring, and contributing to the National Network of Pro Bono Students.
Before pursuing law, Léa worked as an actress in film and television, honing her communication and interpersonal skills—qualities that are central to her success as a recruiter.

Fluent in French and English, Léa connects seamlessly with a wide range of clients and candidates. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and staying active through sports.

Dominic is a Recruitment Analyst at BJRC Recruiting, where he specializes in identifying and placing top talent in finance, accounting, and related professional services. With a background in both financial advisory and corporate strategy, Dominic brings a thoughtful and analytical approach to every search. He’s passionate about building strong relationships and helping professionals make confident, informed career decisions.

Dominic holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph, where he focused on Management, Economics, and Finance. He is currently pursuing industry certifications to further expand his expertise.

Clients and candidates alike appreciate Dominic’s approachable nature, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering results. He’s always eager to learn, grow, and support those he works with.

Outside of work, Dominic enjoys staying active through soccer and cycling, reading, and spending time with friends and family.